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The sculpture competition is open to artists and non-artists with entries received from around the country. The sculptures are made from farm-related materials, with stunning results.

Terry Hawkins and his latest sculpture. Photo / Georgie Ormond

Last year's winner, Terry Hawkins, made a great face sculpture entirely from pieces of metal found in his shed.

"The eyebrows are two horseshoe rasps heated up and bent into shape," Hawkins said.

"There's lots of different types of chain, chainsaw chain bent round the other way so it doesn't cut you."

The eyebrows that were once horseshoe rasps. Photo / Georgie Ormond

Gallavin says creative pastimes are recognised as being good for mental health.

"Having people that might not be recognised as artists or creatives, rummage around in their garden sheds or their farm-implement sheds and put something together has resulted in some amazing pieces of artwork," he said.